Manassas to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

26 miles 41.8 km · straight line
31.9 miles actual route 51.4 km · driving distance
49min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
65° ENE bearing direction

How far is Manassas from Washington DC?

The distance from Manassas to Washington DC is 26 miles (41.8 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located ENE of Manassas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 31.9 miles, taking about 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States — Manassas in Virginia and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Manassas and Washington DC. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Manassas to Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 49min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Manassas & Washington DC

Quick Facts

Manassas
38.75°N, 77.48°W
America/New_York
93m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 958.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM